Graduate Learning Support Assistant | SEN & Literacy

The Graduate Network; Metchley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a dedicated Graduate Learning Support Assistant to provide steady 1:1 and small-group assistance in an outstanding primary school in Selly Oak. You will support pupils with SEN, including autism, ADHD, and EBD, with structured tasks and visual supports.

DBS check required or willingness to obtain. Role engages in classroom support, short withdrawal sessions, and collaboration with teachers and the SENCO to track progress and plan next steps through the school’s

Qualifications

• Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Clear, confident written and spoken English.
• Enhanced DBS – Held already or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in SEN, behaviour and pupil wellbeing.
• Experience working with children – Relevant experience (SEN support, mentoring, tutoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide steady 1:1 and small-group support.
• Break tasks into simple stages, use visual schedules/now–next boards, and scaffold transitions so lessons feel predictable.
• Blend in-class assistance with short withdrawal sessions that build communication, regulation and core literacy/numeracy.
• Capture brief updates and agree next steps with teachers and the SENCO.

Skills

Communication

Education

Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject

Job description

The Graduate Network is seeking a dedicated Graduate Learning Support Assistant to provide steady 1:1 and small-group assistance in an outstanding primary school in Selly Oak. You will support pupils with SEN, including autism, ADHD, and EBD, with structured tasks and visual supports.

DBS check required or willingness to obtain. Role engages in classroom support, short withdrawal sessions, and collaboration with teachers and the SENCO to track progress and plan next steps through the school’s